ART 279 - Topics: Discovering Pompeii (1)

Beginning with the 1748 archaeological dig at Pompeii, this course will trace and reconstruct the art and architecture of the ancient Roman city frozen in time. Class will make museum trips to examine objects and address the art, legends, films, and myths that respond to the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. No S/U option. [AH] (Humanities)